ABOUT THE FILM’S EDUCATION PARTNERS

Naledi’s struggle and resilience are not hers alone. To fathom the magnitude of declining elephant populations, conservationists need to understand how many elephants are left on the continent. Elephants Count was born of the Great Elephant Census , the first-ever pan-African survey of savanna elephants conceptualized by philanthropist Paul G. Allen and other conservation partners. The GEC used large-scale research to provide accurate and reliable data about elephant population numbers in order to empower people across Africa as they work to protect elephant populations for the long term.

Meet our esteemed panel of judges, who will select our grand prize winner and two runners-up.

Naledi: One Little Elephant tells the incredible, true-life story of a baby elephant born into a rescue camp in the wilderness of Botswana. When her mother dies, the researchers and handlers in the camp need to step in to save her life. Directed by Ben Bowie and Geoff Luck along with Executive Producers Paul G. Allen, Jody Allen, Carole Tomko and Ellen Windermuth, this one elephant’s story brings humans and elephants together in a way unlike any film before. Watch the film on PBS: NATURE, Season 36 on October 4.

National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is America’s largest conservation organization, uniting all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in a rapidly changing world. For more than 80 years, we have been connecting people of all ages with nature through award-winning education programs and resources: Ranger Rick® magazine, Schoolyard Habitats, Eco-Schools USA and Eco-Leaders.

Founded by Paul G. Allen and Jody Allen, Vulcan Productions creates content across all platforms, and spotlights Mr. Allen’s work in wildlife, science, climate, oceans, education, technology, current social issues, history and the arts. We create great stories, but inspiring change with lasting impact is what sets us apart. Through our films, television programs, and engaging digital series we introduce audiences to the most critical issues of our time.